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Why are powdered substances more effective adsorbents than their crystalline forms?

Options

  1. ABecause powdered substances have a larger surface area, providing more sites for adsorption.
  2. BBecause powdered substances have a lower surface energy, making them more attractive to adsorbates.
  3. CBecause powdered substances have stronger intermolecular forces, enhancing adsorption.
  4. DBecause powdered substances are more chemically reactive, leading to better adsorption.

Correct answer

A. Because powdered substances have a larger surface area, providing more sites for adsorption.

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) Because powdered substances have a larger surface area, providing more sites for adsorption.

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